Quantitative Researcher

PDT Partners has a 30+ year track record and a reputation for excellence. Our goal is to be the best quantitative investment manager in the world—measured by the quality of our products, not their size. PDT’s very high employee-retention rate speaks for itself. Our people are intellectually extraordinary and our community is close-knit, down-to-earth, and diverse.

Work closely with senior researchers on a variety of trading strategies and research projects, with the opportunity to conduct independent research and originate research topics over time

Contribute to the long-term success of our research-driven algorithmic trading business

Solid mathematical and analytical ability; exceptional problem-solving and modeling ability

Research intuition

Experience in programming (Python, R, Matlab, C++)

Excellent communication and collaborative white board skills

Meticulous and detail-oriented, and innately driven to understand issues deeply

Experience with/interested in working with large data sets

Self-motivated and highly-productive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency

Able to work collaboratively and productively with others

Enjoy solving complex, difficult, real-world problems

Entrepreneurial and creative

Finance knowledge is not required or expected

The salary range for this role is between $190,000 and $250,000. This range is not inclusive of any potential bonus amounts. Factors that may impact the agreed upon salary within the range for a particular candidate include years of experience, level of education obtained, skill set, and other external factors.

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